Memphis Has All Eyes on Its Homegrown Hip-Hop Talent
[ad_1] We Takin' OverThere’s no denying Memphis has the lead when it comes to artists flourishing in recent years. From established rappers signing new acts to rising newcomers climbing the charts, the city has all eyes on its homegrown talent.Words: Grant RindnerEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Spring 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.“A diamond in the rough” is how Juicy J and music video director Yoo Ali, who first got his start as a rapper, describe their hometown of Memphis. Rising Memphis rapper Jucee Froot even has an album with that very title from 2015. The adage is used to describe something or someone with tremendous raw potential who lacks polish,...